Explain the pathophysiologic difference between cluster headaches

Assignment:

Exercises: (5 points each, for a total of 20 points)

• Explain the pathophysiologic difference between cluster headaches, migraines, and tension-type headaches.
• Classify and differentiate at least four types of stroke
• Elaborate on the difference between primary and secondary Parkinson’s disease
• Summarize the five categories of pain. Discuss their pathways.  Explain the etiology of chronic and acute pain.

Case Study (10 points)

• Complete Case Study #59 (hypothyroid) in the Bruyere textbook.

Professional Development (50 points)

Write a 1500 -2500 word essay on the following topic:

• Diabetes Mellitus Type II

The essay should contain at least two scholarly sources in addition to the textbook.  It should cover the following points:

• Explain the pathophysiology of the disease
• Discuss common clinical manifestations
• List differential diagnoses
• Determine which lab tests would confirm the diagnosis and expected results
• Analyze a current protocol for treatment and discuss how the treatment works from the pathophysiological perspective